2005 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1834 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |